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Hearts on Fire Platinum Gold and Diamond Engagement Ring
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Litchfield, CT
clarity diamond, this ring from the Hearts on Fire collection features a cool, contemporary style. Well
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Hearts on Fire Twin Transcend Premier Curved Diamond Band
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Towson, MD
One 18 karat white gold Hearts On Fire twin diamond wedding band from the Transcend Premier
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts on Fire White Gold and Diamond Dream Gents Bracelet
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Southampton, PA
Modern Gents bracelet in 18K White Gold and diamonds from Hearts on Fire. The polished white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Platinum Hearts on Fire Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Wedding Set
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: HOF Material: Platinum Diamond: 1 hearts on fire round brilliant cut = 1.02ct Color: J
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hearts on Fire Aerial Eclipse Diamond Drop White Gold Earrings
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Greenwich, CT
A truly timeless, yet chic design, this Aerial Eclipse Earrings are crafted by Hearts On Fire in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts On Fire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Band HGRST500178Y
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Southampton, PA
This Hearts On Fire ring is simple yet elegant. It is made of 18K yellow gold and is set with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Hearts On Fire HOF 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Baltimore, MD
Heart On Fire HOF Diamond 0.50 CTW Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Metal: 18k white gold Chain is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Hearts on Fire Channel Set 7 Diamond Ring 18k White Gold
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: ​ ​Designer: Hearts on Fire Metal: 18k White Gold Diamond Count: 7 brilliant
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts on Fire 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace HAP500714-18W
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Southampton, PA
This Hearts on Fire pendant is extravagant and one of a kind. The chain and pendant are made out of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

AGS Certified Hearts on Fire 0.75 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Baltimore, MD
AGS Certified Hearts On Fire 0.75 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring AGS report number
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hearts on Fire 18K White Gold 1.28ct Diamond Station Necklace HF13-070125
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Southampton, PA
clasp.This brand new Hearts on Fire 18K White Gold 1.28 ct Diamond Station Necklace comes with a gift box.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts on Fire Fulfillment Natural Diamond 1.00 Carat Halo Cluster Drop Necklace
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Baltimore, MD
Hearts on Fire Fulfillment Natural Diamond 1.00 Carat Halo Cluster Drop Necklace Metal: 18k white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts on Fire 1.10 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful diamond engagement ring by Hearts on Fire. The center diamond is an 1.10 carat asscher
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

New Hearts on Fire 18k Gold Platinum GIA 0.80ctw Diamond Engagement Ring
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - H Color - VVS1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Hearts on Fire HOF 18K White Gold Natural Diamond Mini Hoop Huggie Earrings
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Baltimore, MD
Hearts on Fire HOF 18K White Gold Natural Diamond Mini Hoop Huggie Earrings Metal: 18k white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Hearts on Fire Optima 18K Gold 0.54ct Diamond Long Station Necklace HF14-070125
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Southampton, PA
This Hearts on Fire Optima station necklace is understated enough for everyday wear. Crafted from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts on Fire Aerial 18K Gold 0.84ct Diamond Lunar Eclipse Necklace HF15-070125
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Southampton, PA
Add a touch of elegance to any ensemble with this Hearts on Fire Aerial Lunar Eclipse necklace. On
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts On Fire Curved Diamond 7-Stone 18 Karat White Gold Wedding Band
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Towson, MD
This pristine Hearts on Fire 18 karat white gold wedding band contains 7 round brilliant diamonds
Category

2010s North American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts on Fire Aerial 18K Gold 0.83ct Diamond Double Sunburst Ring HF16-070125
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Southampton, PA
A pair of dazzling sun-shaped motifs take center stage on this exquisitely crafted Hearts on Fire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts on Fire .30 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Halo Necklace, 18k White Gold
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Originally retailing for $2990, this NEW Hearts On Fire necklace was purchased in a closeout, and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts on Fire 1.00ctw Diamond Ring 18k Gold Five-Stone Wedding Anniversary Band
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Greensboro, NC
much more wallet-friendly price. This ring is a size 5 1/4. Brand: Hearts On Fire Metal Content
Category

20th Century Unknown Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts on Fire Wedding Band Ring in 18k White Gold
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Honolulu, HI
Hearts on Fire Wedding Band Ring in 18k White Gold 6mm. This band is beautifully crafted in 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts On Fire 1.00ctw Diamond Ring, 18k Gold Five-Stone Anniversary Band 5 1/4
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Greensboro, NC
here for a much more wallet-friendly price. This ring is a size 5 1/4. Brand: Hearts On Fire Metal
Category

20th Century Unknown Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts of Fire Diamond Stud Earrings 0.60ct Natural Diamonds in 18ct White Gold
By Hearts On Fire
Located in London, GB
These stunning Diamond earrings are the perfect pair to add to your collection. They are set in
Category

2010s British Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

HEARTS ON FIRE 5 Carat Dangle Earrings set in 1 Carats White Gold
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Chicago, IL
4.97 ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Circle Round Dangle Earrings.
Category

2010s American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k White Gold Hearts Arrows Bezel Eternity Diamond Ring 4.50, Carat Tw
By Hearts On Fire
Located in San Francisco, CA
This impressive original Heart on Fire eternity ring features an Ideal cut round brilliants
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring, 18 Karat White Gold Round Cut 1.82 Carat
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Hearts on Fire mounting elegantly displays a sumptuous blue sapphire solitaire encircled by a radiant
Category

20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.05ctw Diamond Bangle Bracelet 18k White Gold 6.5" Hinged Hearts on Fire
Located in McLeansville, NC
- H Clarity - VS2 Metal: 18k White Gold Weight: 17.1 Grams Stamps: 750 Hearts On Fire Chain Style
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Hearts on Fire Wedding Band Ring HOF Platinum Diamond Channel 1/2ct 4.75
Located in Northbrook, IL
Here we have a vintage Hearts of Fire Co. platinum 5 channel set diamond ring band size 4.75. This
Category

Late 20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hearts on Fire .72 Carat Dream Fulfilment White Gold Halo Stud Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Hearts on Fire .72 carat square halo diamond stud earrings in 18k white gold. 2 center diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.47ctw Hearts On Fire Stud Earrings 18k White Gold Round Solitaire Studs
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.47ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - I
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts on Fire Diamond Brocade Yellow Gold Band
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Greenwich, CT
Hearts On Fire Diamond band, this is a beautiful ring crafted in 18k yellow gold and designed with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hearts on Fire Diamond Stud Earrings - White Gold 18k Round 1.08ctw Pierced
Located in Greensboro, NC
Retail Price: $6390 Brand: Hearts on Fire Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts on Fire .40 Carat Diamond White Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Stamford, CT
Hearts on Fire classic solitaire diamond bangle bracelet. Crafted to dazzle and delight, the Hearts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts on Fire Graduated Round Diamond Circle Eternity Pendant Necklace
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This sparkling diamond pendant necklace is stunningly simple, yet undeniably beautiful. The
Category

20th Century Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

"Hearts On Fire" 1.00 Carat Dream Diamond Five Stone Gold Ring
By Hearts On Fire
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Five Stone Ring by Hearts On Fire The ring is 18K Yellow Gold There are 1.00 Carats In
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

18K White Gold Hearts on Fire .30ctw Diamond Circle Pendant
By Hearts On Fire
Located in McLeansville, NC
18K White Gold Hearts on Fire .30ctw Diamond Circle Pendant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Hearts on Fire Mystical Journey Diamond Spiral Stud Earrings in White Gold
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Backings: La Pousette (*not original Hearts of Fire backings- 14K white gold) Weight: 3.7 grams Estate
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts on Fire Multiplicity Love Diamond Wedding Band Ring 18k White Gold 1.20ct
By Hearts On Fire
Located in San Diego, CA
Hearts on Fire Style: Multiplicity Love Five Stone Band Metal: 18k White Gold Size: 6.5
Category

2010s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts on Fire Platinum .75 Ct Round Diamond Five Stone Wedding Band Ring
By Hearts On Fire
Located in New York, NY
Hearts on Fire wedding band ring finely crafted in platinum featuring 5 round brilliant cut
Category

2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hearts On Fire Mother Child Enduring Diamond Pendant Necklace 18k Gold 0.60 TCW
By Hearts On Fire
Located in San Diego, CA
Hearts on Fire Style: Enduring Mother Child Pendant Necklace Length: 17.5 Inches Chain
Category

2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Hearts on Fire 18 Karat White Gold 2 Carat Diamond Wedding Band Ring
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Baltimore, MD
Hearts On Fire 18 Karat White Gold 2 Carat Diamond Wedding Band Ring Size 8.75 Metal: 18k white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Hearts on Fire Five Round Brilliant Diamond 18K White Gold Wedding Band Ring
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful diamond wedding band by Hearts On Fire fashioned in 18 karat white gold. The band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts of Fire 1.00 Carat Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Stamford, CT
Ideal cut 1.00 carat total hearts of fire diamond pendant necklace. 3 round graduated diamonds set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.50 Carat Total Hearts on Fire Pave Halo Three-Stone Ring White Gold
By Hearts On Fire
Located in New York, NY
An 18k white gold ring by Hearts on Fire centers on a 0.52 carat round brilliant-cut diamond with E
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Hearts on Fire Diamond Bangle Bracelet 2.25 Carat
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Gainesville, FL
You are viewing a Stunning Hearts On Fire Diamond Bangle Bracelet. Ladies classic 18k white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary More Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

HEARTS ON FIRE Diamond Gold "Adoration" Engagement Ring
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hearts on Fire make the perfect engagement rings. They are GORGEOUS. And each diamond is guaranteed
Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Hearts on Fire 18 Karat Diamond Chandelier Earrings
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Lambertville, NJ
length, the center of the marquise frame is suspended with three bezel set Hearts on Fire diamonds, lots
Category

2010s American Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Hearts on Fire Pavé Diamond Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Hearts on Fire diamond pavé diamond solitaire bridal engagement ring set in 18K white gold. There
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hearts On Fire 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Lorelei Bow Necklace
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Columbia, MO
Hearts On Fire is The World's Most Perfectly Cut Diamond®. Hearts on Fire diamonds, their craft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold

Hearts on Fire 18 Karat White Gold .20 Carat Lorelei Diamond Bow Necklace
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Columbia, MO
Hearts On Fire is The World's Most Perfectly Cut Diamond®. Hearts on Fire diamonds, their craft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Hearts on Fire 18 Karat Yellow Gold .15 Carat Diamond Charmed Half Moon Necklace
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Columbia, MO
Hearts On Fire is The World's Most Perfectly Cut Diamond®. Hearts on Fire diamonds, their craft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Hearts on Fire Fairy Tale Ideal Diamond Gold Cross Pendant
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Columbia, MO
This pendant is from Hearts on Fire, which is known for the world's most perfectly cut diamonds
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hearts On Fire Double Row Diamond Gold Eternity Wedding Band Ring
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An 18k white gold ring set with approximately 3.50ctw of G-H/VS diamonds. Crafted by Hearts On
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Hearts on Fire White Gold 0.25 Carat Diamond Scalloped Wedding Band
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Gainesville , FL
This wedding band is home to the Hearts On Fire Lorelei collection and holds 0.25 carats of round
Category

2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Hearts on Fire 18k White Gold 0.54 Carat Diamond Atlantico Pave Wedding Band
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Gainesville , FL
. This Hearts On Fire ring is made of 18k white gold and is 3 millimeters wide. Currently a size 7 but
Category

2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Hearts on Fire Fluid No. 2 Diamond Necklace
Located in St.amford, CT
Hearts on Fire 18kt necklace 5 diamonds H-SI quality. 1970's 2.1 penny weights. The name of the
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

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Hearts On Fire Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of hearts on fire diamonds for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 7 vintage editions and 71 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of hearts on fire diamonds bearing Contemporary or Modern hallmarks are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Hearts On Fire and The Leo Diamond are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Today, if you’re looking for round cut hearts on fire diamonds and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes princess cut and radiant cut alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of hearts on fire diamonds for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Hearts On Fire Diamonds?

Prices for hearts on fire diamonds can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $399 and can go as high as $45,000, while hearts on fire diamonds, on average, fetch $3,463.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.